The Lusaka High Court is today, Monday, November 9, expected to hear a bail application in the two-count seditious practices case involving opposition presidential candidate Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu.
The matter comes to Lusaka following its transfer from Solwezi, where High Court Judge Edward Musona ruled on November 5 that the capital was the more appropriate venue for trial.
The judge observed that both accused persons reside in Lusaka, were arrested in the city and remain in custody.
Today’s proceedings will focus on the accused persons’ bid for bail as they seek release while awaiting trial.
Meanwhile, in a separate case before court, where Mr. Mundubile, Mr. Zulu and 16 others are charged with treason and terrorism related offenses, they are expected back before the Lusaka High Court on Tuesday, November 10.
High Court Judge Derrick Mulenga is expected to deliver a ruling on the State’s preliminary objection challenging the procedure used to commence their constitutional bail application.
The ruling will determine whether the court can proceed to hear the substantive application in which the 18 applicants are seeking release or bail pending trial.
By Josphat Hamakala
